ACCOUNTING
about accounting
Helping businesses make decisions. Managing business finances. Running payroll and accounts payable/receivable. With a certificate in Accounting, you can get started on your career in business.
Our convenient hybrid classes will give you the skills you need to work a variety of accounting and business jobs. Take classes two nights a week and complete career-relevant projects at home.
More Information About the Program
You will be provided (these items are non-returnable):
- Electronic books are provided
You must purchase:
- Notebook and pens/pencils
- Flash/thumb drive
- Laptop Computer capable of running Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Office subscription
This program is a hybrid format and will require personal computer use and internet access when not on campus. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
- Excessive odors from smoke, perfume, or other sources will not be tolerated.
- Emily Griffith Student ID visible at all times during class and school events.
- You cannot wear sunglasses indoors.
This program has a strict attendance policy that will be reviewed at orientation.Â
- You are not allowed to miss more than 1 class period per course as a full-time student or 2 class periods as a part-time student (8 hours total); if you miss more than 1 or 2 class periods of the course, a referral will be made to your Student Success Coordinator.
- Tardiness for over 15 minutes without notification may result in being sent home.
- Multiple absences and tardies will result in a failing grade and removal from the program.
- Missed hours cannot be made up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort. Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on space and availability.
BUS 1015 Introduction to Business
BUS 2017 Business Communication & Report Writing
MAR 1060 Customer Service
CIS 1055 Complete Spreadsheets: Excel
ACC 1001 Fundamentals of Accounting
ACC 1002 Fundamentals of Accounting Hands-on Lab
ACC 1021 Accounting Principles I
ACC 1015 Payroll Accounting
ACC 2045 Computerized Accounting with a Professional Package
BUS 2089 Capstone
All of your credits will likely transfer to Community College of Denver (CCD) towards an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Accounting. View Transferable Credits information here.
Emily Griffith graduates of the 30-credit Accounting certificate program with a minimum 2.3 GPA have guaranteed admission to CSU Global’s Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
- $5,130 (eligible for financial aid)
- Part-time 10 months
- Hybrid format (in-person and online course content)
- Afternoon and evening options available.
- Start Date: Part-time, 8/27/2025
- Location: Branch Campus
- This program may have a waitlist.
Program Requirements
By applying to this program, you understand the Academic Preparedness and Physical Requirements below.
- English language proficiency (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
- Understanding of basic algebra.
- Sit for long periods of time.
- Lift and move files and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Have the ability to move about, stand, bend, kneel, reach, or stretch to perform filings.Â
- Dexterity and motor skills to manipulate very small objects, including a mouse and keyboard.
- Perform repetitive motions on a frequent and prolonged basis.
- Clearly communicate by speaking and hearing between customers, and employees by phone, and in person.Â
- Operate office equipment.Â
- Use vision to work with documents, forms, and respond to employees and customers.
- Basic keyboard and computer skills, including file management in a Windows operating system.
- Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.